Lipedema Flashcards
Lipedema
Lipedema
“Lipedema is a chronic condition characterized by painful fat buildup, usually in the legs and arms.”
Depósitos de Gordura
Fat Deposits
“In lipedema, fat deposits occur symmetrically on the lower body.”
Tecido Adiposo
Adipose Tissue
“Adipose tissue in patients with lipedema is often painful and prone to swelling.”
Condição Crônica
Chronic Condition
“Lipedema is a chronic condition that can worsen over time if untreated.”
Inchaço
Swelling
“Swelling in the legs is a common symptom in patients with lipedema.”
Sensibilidade à Dor
Pain Sensitivity
“Patients with lipedema often experience high pain sensitivity in affected areas.”
Fibrose
Fibrosis
“Fibrosis can develop in lipedema patients, causing tissue to become firmer.”
Terapia de Compressão
Compression Therapy
“Compression therapy helps manage swelling in patients with lipedema.”
Drenagem Linfática Manual
Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD)
“Manual lymphatic drainage is a therapy used to reduce swelling in lipedema patients.”
Edema
Edema
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“Edema in the legs can worsen as lipedema progresses.”
Inflamação
Inflammation
“Chronic inflammation contributes to pain and swelling in lipedema.”
Sensibilidade
Tenderness
“Tenderness to touch is a key symptom of lipedema.”
Celulite Inflamatória
Cellulitis
“Patients with lipedema have a higher risk of cellulitis due to poor circulation.”
Lipoaspiração
Liposuction
“Liposuction is a surgical option to remove fat deposits in advanced cases of lipedema.”
Contorno Corporal
Body Contouring
“Body contouring procedures may be considered to address the disproportion caused by lipedema.”
Estágios do Lipedema
Stages of Lipedema
“Lipedema progresses through four stages, each with increasing symptoms and fat buildup.”
Saúde Vascular
Vascular Health
Terapia de Exercício
Exercise Therapy
“Low-impact exercise therapy can help improve mobility in lipedema patients.”
Modificação da Dieta
Diet Modification
“Diet modification may reduce inflammation and support overall health in lipedema patients.”
Predisposição Genética
Genetic Predisposition
“Genetic predisposition plays a role in the development of lipedema.”
Mobilidade
Mobility
“Reduced mobility is often a challenge for patients in advanced stages of lipedema.”
Distribuição Desproporcional de Gordura
Disproportionate Fat Distribution
“Lipedema causes disproportionate fat distribution in the lower body.”
Sistema Linfático
Lymphatic System
“A healthy lymphatic system is essential for reducing swelling in lipedema.”
Influência Hormonal
Hormonal Influence
“Hormonal changes, such as pregnancy or menopause, can trigger or worsen lipedema.”
Microcirculação
Microcirculation
“Impaired microcirculation in lipedema patients contributes to edema and discomfort.”
Imagem Corporal
Body Image
“Lipedema can negatively impact a patient’s body image and self-esteem.”
Deficiência Nutricional
Nutritional Deficiency
“Addressing nutritional deficiencies can be part of lipedema management.”
Roupas de Suporte
Support Garments
“Support garments are often recommended to reduce discomfort and manage swelling in lipedema.”
Recorrência
Recurrence
“Even after surgery, lipedema may have a risk of recurrence.”
Gerenciamento da Dor
Pain Management
“Effective pain management is crucial for improving quality of life in lipedema patients.”
